Petir warns of the consequences of mega chicken farms: Citizens have the right to know what is being planned
Marijana Petir, Croatian MP, expresses concerns over the construction of large poultry farms in Sisak-Moslavina County, urging for environmental impact assessments and a sustainable agricultural development model.
Marijana Petir, a member of the Croatian Parliament and chair of the Agricultural Committee, participated in a public forum in Sisak dedicated to the plans for constructing large poultry farms and slaughterhouses in Sisak-Moslavina County. During this discussion, she emphasized the concerns of local citizens and farmers regarding these investments, highlighting the need for transparency and informative measures from relevant government ministries.
Petir pointed out that for over a year, she has been seeking responses from various ministries regarding petitions from citizens' initiatives in the area. The significant investments being proposed have raised alarm due to potential environmental impacts and economic consequences for the local community, which has led to public outcries and demands for more comprehensive studies. The local population deserves clarity about how these projects could affect their lives and the agricultural landscape of Croatia.
The agricultural model that Petir advocates for prioritizes sustainability and the well-being of local communities over large-scale industrial farming practices. She calls for an approach to agriculture that respects both the environment and the needs of local farmers, supporting a transition towards sustainable practices that could serve as a blueprint for future agricultural development in Croatia.